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47 postsBMW F30 320d buying guide: what to check before you buy
The F30 320d is one of the most popular used BMWs. This buying guide covers the N47 and B47 engines, gearboxes, xDrive, common issues such as timing chain, EGR and DPF, and what to check.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW M850i explained: the V8 grand tourer of the 8 Series
The BMW M850i is the V8 M Performance version of the 8 Series. The twin-turbo V8, coupé, convertible and Gran Coupé, chassis technology, comfort, running costs and how it compares with the M8.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW M440i explained: coupé, convertible and Gran Coupé
The BMW M440i is the straight-six M Performance version of the 4 Series. The engine, drive options, coupé, convertible and Gran Coupé, comfort, how it compares with the M4 and buying tips.
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Lost BMW key: how to get a replacement and protect your car
A lost BMW key is stressful, but the solution is clear. What to do first, how BMW replaces and codes a new key, proof of ownership, disabling the lost key and how to avoid it happening again.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW Comfort Access explained: keyless entry, the boot and security
BMW Comfort Access lets you open and start your car without using the key. How it works, hands-free boot opening, Digital Key, the security risks of keyless systems and how to protect your car.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW Driving Assistant Professional explained: what it can and cannot do
BMW Driving Assistant Professional combines adaptive cruise, steering assistance and lane change functions. What it does, how to use it, the hands-off functions in some markets and its limits.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW Parking Assistant explained: automatic parking, Reversing Assistant and 3D view
BMW Parking Assistant can park the car for you and reverse along your last path. Automatic parking, the Reversing Assistant, Surround View and 3D View, remote parking and tips for using them.
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BMW paint correction: how to remove swirls and restore the shine
Paint correction removes swirl marks and restores the gloss of your BMW paint. What swirls are, polishing stages, machine types, paint thickness, protection and whether to do it yourself.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW M550i explained: the V8 M Performance saloon
The BMW M550i combines a twin-turbo V8 with xDrive and the comfort of the 5 Series. The engine, performance, comfort, how it compares with the M5, running costs and buying tips.
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